~40 spots leftby Apr 2026

Emerging Adults Who Use Alcohol and Marijuana

(HEAT Trial)

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)
MD
Overseen byMichael D Stein, MD
Age: 18 - 65
Sex: Any
Travel: May Be Covered
Time Reimbursement: Varies
Trial Phase: Phase 3
Waitlist Available
Sponsor: Butler Hospital
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)
Prior Safety Data

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

The purpose of this study is to if a brief motivational intervention, compared to health education sessions, reduces alcohol and marijuana use and is related to fewer sexually transmitted infections (STI)in emerging adults who are engaging in alcohol and marijuana use.

Research Team

MD

Michael D Stein, MD

Principal Investigator

Butler Hospital

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

Be between the ages of 18 and 25
Binge drink (5 or more drinks in a 2-hour period for men, 4 or more for women) at least monthly
Use marijuana at least weekly
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Treatment Details

Interventions

  • Health Education (Behavioural Intervention)
  • Motivational Intervention (Behavioural Intervention)
Participant Groups
2Treatment groups
Active Control
Placebo Group
Group I: motivational interventionActive Control1 Intervention
7-session individual motivationally-based intervention
Group II: health educationPlacebo Group1 Intervention
7-session individual session focusing on health education

Find a Clinic Near You

Research Locations NearbySelect from list below to view details:
Butler HospitalProvidence, RI
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Butler Hospital

Lead Sponsor

Trials
133
Patients Recruited
16,700+